Best Off Site Construction Podcasts (2025)

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The $15 Trillion Question: Why Construction Projects Keep Getting Bigger 34:24

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Join Jason and Carlos as they explore three major developments in construction and technology: 🏗️ Mega Projects Surge: Analysis of Mace's new report showing 11,000+ live megaprojects worth $15 trillion globally - a 4x increase since 2010. Why are projects getting bigger, and what's driving this trend? 🌐 AI Browser Revolution: The emerging battle be…

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Cubs will honor late Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg at Wrigley Field 0:51

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The Cubs are back at Wrigley Field for the first time since the death of legendary second baseman Ryne Sandberg.

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One day before 'libertarian tariffs' deadline, U.S. & Mexico agree to 90-day pause, federal appeals court hears challenge to President's use of emergency powers 55:31

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One day until President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs take effect, but not on Mexico, as he announces another extension while trade talks continue; Federal Appeals Court hears a challenge to the emergency powers law the president used impose the tariffs on many countries. We will talk about it with The Hill's Legal Affairs Reporter Zach Schoenf…

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INTERVIEW - JoJo Bear - Hypnosis & Somatic Sex - Part 1 36:21

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Welcome to Sweeps Period 2025! To start us off, we have Part 1 of a 3-Part Series with JoJo Bear. JoJo is a Somatic Sex & Intimacy Educator in the San Francisco Bay area. JoJo uses somatic coaching, sexological bodywork, and hypnotherapy as tools to help people get out of their “heads” and into their bodies! His commitment is to create an environme…

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Governor Pritzker signs bill for mandatory health screening for school students 0:48

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New state law will expand mental health screenings for students beginning in the 2027-2028 school year

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Festivals, Fights & Fury: From Amsterdam Antics to Epping Protests 42:20

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Send us a text In this unfiltered episode of Overtime, Kieran Yates and Peter Withers take listeners on a rollercoaster of stories, starting with wild festival tales, awkward family reunions, and their most outrageous Amsterdam experiences. But things get serious as they dive into the recent Epping protests tied to immigration concerns, community s…

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Chicago business creates garments for the Pope, who is a longtime customer 0:50

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House of Hansen on Chicago's Northwest Side creates vestment for Pope Leo

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050 - Answering questions from my community 28:20

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Every week, members of my community have the opportunity to ask me questions during a live coaching call and in this podcast, I go through some of those questions. Topics include: ✅ Working with new products ✅ Upgrading a 1930s roof ✅ Schedules of works for small projects ✅ Contracts for small projects Real questions from real property investors wh…

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Longtime Chicago Business Puts Clothes on the Pope's Back 0:50

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House of Hansen on Chicago's Northwest Side makes ceremonial garments for the Pope, a longtime customer

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Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged, despite President Trump's pressure to cut them, says more data needed on tariffs' effect on inflation 55:47

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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announces no change to interest rates and says of President Donald Trump's tariff policy, “Higher tariffs have begun to show through more clearly to prices of some goods, but their overall effects on economic activity and inflation remain to be seen"; President Trump announces more tariff rates scheduled to take …

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BBB: Your homework to avoid back-to-school scams 1:00

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There’s a major lesson to be learned for back-to-school shopping: do your homework. Kayla Palmore with the Better Business Bureau’s “Tip-Off to the Rip-Off” on WBBM has a study guide for you.

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New Lenox dedicates street to Pope Leo 0:53

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Pres. Trump says he will not follow Great Britain in recognizing Palestinian State in Israel does not agree to ceasefire in Gaza and commit to two-state solution 51:25

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the United Kingdom will recognize a Palestinian state if Israel does not agree to a ceasefire with Hamas, improve what he calls the "appalling situation in Gaza", and commits to a two-state solution; President Donald Trump says the U.S. will not follow suit, and that recognizing a Palestinian state rewards H…

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Camp Dream. Speak. Live. : Difference Maker 1:51

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It's a one of kind camp in Chicago that gives confidence and acceptance to kids with a stutter.WBBM's Lisa Fielding has today's Difference Maker.

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Brave Space Alliance hosts first 5k to raise money for Chicago trans community 1:05

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Cubs fans pay tribute to Ryne Sandberg 1:06

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Cubs fans are gathering at Wrigley Field to share memories and pay respects to Hall-of-Famer Ryne Sandberg, who died Monday at the age of 65.

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Wrongful conviction lawsuit 0:51

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A local sports network will have a new home in a few months 0:31

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The Cubs' Marquee Sports Network will move from Comcast's Popular tier to its Ultimate tier on October 1st, a few days after the baseball regular season ends. Customers who switch to the Ultimate tier will have to pay $20 more per month.

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President Trump promises food centers in Gaza, continues to face Epstein files questions; Senate starts last scheduled week 39:05

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President Trump continued his visit to the United Kingdom today. He and Prime Minister Keir Starmer talked to reporters about Israel’s war with Hamas. The president announced the US will open food centers in Gazato help the humanitarian crisis there and two leaders continued discussions on reaching a cease-fire in the region. The President also sai…

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How much is that unit in the window? How to keep cool at home 1:07

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Another day of excessive heat and humidity means your air conditioning is working really hard. An expert tells us that’s how it should be.HVAC manager at Abt Electronics Dan Raysby says they're essentially large dehumidifiers, and to be productive they should run continuously on hot days.

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What to look for in air conditioning unit 0:57

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Another day of excessive heat and humidity means your air conditioning is working really hard. An expert tells us that’s how it should be.HVAC manager at Abt Electronics Dan Raysby says air conditioners are essentially large dehumidifiers, and to be productive they should run continuously on days like today.…

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Made in Chicago: Bronzeville ice cream shop serves up sweet treats with a twist 2:42

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WBBM's Carolina Garibay stops by Nitro Nostalgia in Bronzeville. Run by a father-daughter duo, the new ice cream shop uses liquid nitrogen to craft frozen concoctions with unique flavors.

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Local Officials Call on Immigration Agents to Stay Out of Community Festivals 0:50

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A growing call to keep federal immigration agents out of community festivals. Local activists gather in the Pilsen Neighborhood today [MON] to call on federal immigration agents to stay out of community festivals.

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Andersonville's Paper & Pencil puts its own stamp on Stationery Store Day 0:49

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You’re going to want to jot this down! Stationery Store Day is this Saturday, and one Andersonville shop is helping Chicago celebrate in style.

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2 teens killed, 1 injured in McHenry crash 0:25

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Two teenagers were killed and another person seriously injured in a crash early Monday in McHenry, according to police.

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Man charged in fatal Schaumburg hotel shooting of daughter-in-law 0:23

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A 76-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder after allegedly shooting and killing his daughter-in-law outside a Schaumburg hotel over the weekend.

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Police release photos of SUV wanted in Pilsen hit-and-run, woman killed just before wedding 0:28

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Chicago police have released surveillance photos of an SUV wanted in connection with a deadly hit-and-run crash in the Pilsen neighborhood that killed a 22-year-old woman just before her wedding.

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From Carpentry to Clicks - The Trademark Digital Story 52:47

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Send us a text In this powerful and inspiring episode of Off The Job Podcast, we sit down with Stacey and Jack from Trademark Digital, the dynamic duo shaking up marketing for tradespeople. Discover how a serious health scare led Jack to leave the tools behind and team up with Stacey — a marketing pro with a passion for people — to create a no-BS d…

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Chicago Artists Say Art Is Their Business 0:55

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High School Daze 30:20

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Continuing where 'A Day That Changed My Life' left off which had discussed my Elementary and Junior High experiences, this concludes with stories about my Senior High School days. From my social life picking up when I joined the Music and Drama Departments, to my first car and the problems that developed from my too frequent skipping of school, the…

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Weekend Edition: FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary, Forward Party CEO Lindsey Drath, and Cuts to Voice of America 36:10

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In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First, a conversation with FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary on his first 100 days in office -- and goals during his tenure. Then, Forward Party CEO Lindsey Drath joins us to discuss that group's efforts to break through the two-party political system. Finally, form…

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President Trump flies to Scotland to promote his golf courses, meets UK & EU leaders on trade; DOJ interviews Ghislaine Maxwell for 2nd day in Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking investigation 57:43

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President Donald Trump flies to Scotland for a private visit to promote his golf courses there, but he will also be meeting elected leaders in Scotland, the United Kingdom and the European Commission, likely to talk about trade and foreign affairs hotspots. We will get a preview from C-SPAN's Westminster Producer Pete Knowles, who is in Scotland (8…

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Man shot in face during attempted car theft outside his Arlington Heights home 1:04

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Man shot in face during attempted car theft outside his Arlington Heights home

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Senate GOP again blocks Democratic moves to release Jeffrey Epstein files; President Trump tours Federal Reserve headquarters renovation construction with Chair Powell 53:06

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Senate Democrats try again in committee and on the Senate floor to compel the release of the FBI files on the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, but are blocked by Republicans; two Senate Republicans call for a Special Counsel to investigation the Trump Administration allegations that former President Barack Obama pushed a false narrative on Russia…

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Building Officially Re-Named After Frmr IL Sec. of State Jesse White 0:56

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A celebration is held Thursday for the re-naming of a building in the Loop after Illinois' longest-serving Secretary of State. The building at 115 S. LaSalle St. in the Loop is now officially known as the Jesse White State of Illinois Building.

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World Premiere of "Billie Jean" on stage in Chicago 1:19

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She changed the world and the narrative about women's rights after an infamous tennis match in 1973.Now, the story of Billie Jean King is being told on stage at the Shakespeare Theater.

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National nonprofit returns to Lollapalooza to help feed families in need 1:11

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As hundreds of thousands of people descend upon Grant Park for Lollapalooza next week, a team of volunteers will be working behind the scenes to fight food insecurity in Chicago.

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Harry Potter "Forbidden Forest" experience to open in Chicago suburbs this fall 0:44

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Just months after the Harry Potter store opened on Michigan Avenue, a new experience is coming for Midwest fans.

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049 - Gantt charts 30:25

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More experienced Project Managers know and understand the value of these and use them to ensure success every time. If they are new to you, then tune in now as they could make a massive difference to your next project. Listen now to learn: ❓What a Gantt chart is ❓When they are used ❓Who prepares them ❓When to update them ❓The software you need to p…

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Wayward Machine Company Made in Chicago 1:20

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Wayward Machine Company Made in Chicago July 21, 2025

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President Trump unveils AI Action Plan to promote tech exports & beat China, quickly build infrastructure & root out bias 1:04:01

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President Donald Trump presents an Artificial Intelligence Action Plan focusing on deregulation to encourage growth of the industry and making sure AI is not biased. We will talk about the plan with Wired senior writer Kate Knibbs (6); President Trump announces a trade deal with Japan that includes a relatively low tariff rate for Japanese imports …

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A winner of the 2025 Taco Throwdown is announced 0:41

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Food Truck enthusiasts gather at Daley Plaza for the third-annual Taco Throwdown. Participants braved the heat to vote for their favorite Taco Truck at Daley Plaza Wednesday.

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BBB: That social media ad might be a scam 1:00

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That ad you see on social media might be sponsored by scammers, and the Better Business Bureau’s “Tip-Off to the Rip-Off” on WBBM with Jay Elliott can help you avoid them.   

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Speaker Johnson cancels legislative agenda to avoid votes on releasing Jeffrey Epstein case files; Pres. Trump accuses fmr Pres. Obama of treason over 2016 Russian interference in U.S. elections investigation ... 51:42

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Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) is canceling much of this week's legislative agenda and telling Members of Congress to begin their month-long August recess early to avoid votes on releasing the files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein; House Oversight Committee and Justice Dept seek to interview Ghislane Maxwell, former girlfriend of Jef…

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Oak Park Fire department rescues wayward snake from CTA Green Line train 0:43

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Firefighters in Oak Park rescued an stowaway snake from a CTA Green Line train Saturday.

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Police search for SUV in Humboldt Park hit-and-run that seriously injured pedestrian 0:32

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Police are asking for the public’s help identifying the driver of an SUV involved in a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a woman in the Humboldt Park neighborhood Monday night.

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Indiana authorities renew plea for information in 2003 cold case murder 0:27

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Authorities in northwest Indiana are once again seeking the public’s help in solving the 2003 cold case murder of Ronda McGregor.

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Congress moves to wrap up its work before its August recess with the Epstein files an ongoing issue; President Trump touts six-months in office as polling shows his approval rating underwater 35:33

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Congress is back in session this week with the House wrapping up its work before its August recess. On the agenda: legislation to increase financial oversight of the Veterans Affairs department, and votes on bills to increase penalties on people who reenter the U.S. after being deported, and to reform the Clean Water Act's permitting process. The S…

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Chicago middle schooler recognized nationally for winning essay on youth violence 1:05

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WBBM's Carolina Garibay chats with 12-year-old Jade Lee, who recently won a national essay contest about youth violence. She wrote about the impacts of being forced to face violence at such a young age.

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Chicago celebrates reopening of Red Line stations 0:59

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After four years of construction and closures, the CTA has reopened four Red Line stations. Politicians, construction workers and neighbors gathered for a ribbon-cutting Monday morning under the rebuilt Argyle stop.With L trains passing overhead, acting CTA President Nora Leerhson called it and other stations “gateways to opportunity, fulfillment a…